Description
Indulge in the warmth of Italian Wedding Soup—a comforting blend of savory meatballs, vibrant greens, and rich broth. This delightful dish is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Each bowl is a celebration of flavors that brings everyone together, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Shape into bite-sized meatballs and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and carrots; sauté until softened.
- Add Broth and Greens: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Simmer with Meatballs: Gently add meatballs into the broth and cook for about 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Finish with Flavor: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese just before serving to achieve a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg